African Spicy Bites
The beautiful thing about food is that it is never boring. The diversity of spices tickles the senses and awakens the food pallet. There are more exciting spices in your food life than just salt and pepper. Spices bring the flavor of Africa right to your front door. What makes African food different from American cuisine? The spices of course! Spices have a major affect on how good your food will taste. Spices add zing and zest to food, improves the flavor and delights the senses.
Recipe
Coconut Relish
South Africa
Yield 6 servings
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh coconut (substitute coconut flakes)
1 tablespoon red pepper flake (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon lime juice
1 cup plain yogurt
South Africa
Yield 6 servings
Ingredients:
2 cups fresh coconut (substitute coconut flakes)
1 tablespoon red pepper flake (optional)
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon brown sugar
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon lime juice
1 cup plain yogurt
Directions:
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator at least 2 hours before serving.
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